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COVER
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| Moxa's
"Industrial Device Server with a Switch"
Gives System Integrators
an Important New Tool |
| NPort IA device servers deliver
easy and reliable serial-to-Ethernet connectivity for
the industrial automation market. NPort IA device servers
can be used to connect any serial device to an Ethernet
network, and provide TCP Server, TCP Client, and UDP modes
to ensure the compatibility of network software.
NPort
IA device servers are an ideal choice for connecting
RS-232/422/485 serial devices, such as PLCs, sensors, meters,
motors,
drives, barcode readers, and operator displays to a network.
All NPort IA models have a compact and rugged DIN-Rail
mountable casing.
Built-in 2-port Ethernet Switch for easy
wiring (RJ45 only)
NPort IA's built-in
2-port Ethernet switch increases your wiring options. Connect
1 port to the LAN and 1 port to an Ethernet-ready PLC, or
cascade two or more NPort IA device servers by connecting
from one
server to
another with a standard RJ45 Ethernet cable.
Redundant Power Inputs
NPort IA device servers have dual power inputs that can be connected simultaneously
to live DC power sources. If one of the power inputs fails, the other live
source acts as a backup to support NPort IA device server's power needs
automatically. The redundant dual DC power inputs give you extra assurance
of non-stop operation.
Warning by Relay Output and e-mail
The built-in relay output function helps you
keep tabs on the Ethernet link and power input status,
and lets you check the web console to know which power
or Ethernet
link has failed. NPort IA can also send out a warning when
an exception is detected. The relay output and e-mail warning
function gives maintenance engineers a valuable tool for
reacting promptly to emergency situations.
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NEW
PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS |
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| Minimize
Cost with RS-485 Fiber Ring |
TCF-142's
"Point-to-point mode" or "ring mode"
can be used to transform an RS-485 cabling system from
copper to fiber.
Traditional
RS-485 copper networks used for real world applications
usually face the problem of terminator and resistor tuning.
In fact, field engineers can spend a great deal of
time on topology design, field testing, diagnostics,
etc.
Fiber
optical cabling systems provide the following benefits:
- No
Interference:
The only carrier of signal information in a fiber optic
cable is light. Conventional forms of interference do
not affect the fiber optic cable. RF, AC power lines,
arcing high voltages, and even nearby lighting strikes
will not compromise the signal in any way.
- Total Electrical Isolation:
Completely eliminating the electrical connection between
the two ends of the link eliminate ground loops, short
circuits, and signal leakage from one conductor to another.
- Safety:
Glass is unaffected by most chemicals and solvents. Fiber
optic cables can be used in all types of adverse environments,
such as the environments encountered in industrial complexes.
The communication signal is safer since it is optical,
not electrical. A break in a fiber will not produce a
shock hazard to human beings, nor will it produce sparks,
making the connection safe to use in explosive environments.
TCF-142's
Ring Mode provides more benefits with Fiber Ring:
- Lower maintenance cost compared to traditional copper
daisy chain networks.
- Lower cabling and device investment cost by using a
single converter instead of dual converters.
- Smoother system upgrades without changing application
software and management method.
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| New
Wireless Antennas Extend Coverage for AWK-1100 and
NPort W2250/2150/2004 |
MOXA now offers two different antennas for our wireless
products. The antennas are designed to
extend RF signal coverage and make the products suitable
for outdoor use. The newest antenna
options include ANT-1-D-12, which is a directional
antenna type with
12 dBi gain,
and
ANT-1-O-09, which is an omni-directional antenna type
with 9 dBi gain. Both are N-female connectors.
Details are shown below.
Both
antennas can be used with
AWK-1100 (Wireless AP/Bridge/AP Client) and NPort
W2250/2150,
NPort W2004 (wireless serial device servers).
Antenna |
ANT-1-D-12 |
ANT-1-O-09 |
Frequency Range |
2.4
to 2.5 GHz |
2.4
to 2.5 GHz |
Antenna
Type |
Directional,
Flat Panel |
Omni-directional |
Antenna
Gain |
12
dBi |
9
dBi |
Impedance |
50
Ohms |
50
Ohms |
Polarization |
Vertical |
Vertical |
Radiation
Angle |
50?
Horizontal,
30?Vertical |
360?
Horizontal,
12?Vertical |
SWR
(Standing Wave Ratio) |
1.5:1 |
1.5:1 |
Connector |
N-Female |
N-Female |
Dimensions
(WxHxD) |
90
x 275 x 30 mm |
390
mm (H) |
Weight |
500g |
370g |
Installation |
Wall
mounting or swivel mounting kit (Optional) |
U-bolt
installation kit |
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Ordering Information
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Description |
ANT-1-D-12
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2.4
GHz, directional, 12 dBi Antenna,
N-Female connector
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ANT-1-O-09 |
2.4
GHz, omni-directional, 9 dBi Antenna, N-Female
connector |
CRF-N0117SA-3M |
CFD200
cable, N-Male to RP SMA Male connector, 3 meters |
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HA-1002SU
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Swivel
Mounting Kit, swivel angle 90?horizontal,
40?vertical |
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* CRF-N0117SA-3M is required when connecting
AWK-1100 to
ANT-1-D-12 or
ANT-1-O-09
* HA-1102SU only
supports ANT-1-D-12 to adjust the angle
for use with different wireless applications.
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PRODUCT APPLICATIONS |
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| Water
Management System |
| Modern
networking products help automate the management and control
of floodgates
Traditionally,
floodgates were monitored onsite by one or more persons
hired specifically for that task. The fact that the cost
of employing fulltime employees can be staggering is a major
incentive in looking for ways to automate the monitoring
process. MOXA's products can help you reduce the cost. MOXA
offers several solutions for floodgate monitoring that include
remote I/O servers, industrial video servers, front-end
embedded computers, and high availability industrial Ethernet
switches.
ioLogik 2000 (E2240)
ioLogik 2000 Series Easy View Ethernet I/O Server
EDS-508-SS-SC-T
8-port Managed Redundant Ethernet Switch
ioLogik
4000 (NA-4010)
Remote I/O for Data Acquisition & Control
VPort 3310
1-ch MPEG Industrial Video Server
UC-7420
8-port Ready-to-Run Embedded Computer
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MOXA
NEWS |
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| Moxa
to Display its Full Line of Products at Hannover Messe 2006 |
|  MOXA,
a world-renowned manufacturer of data communications
equipment, will display its full line of products
at Hannover Messe 2006, which is well-known for introducing
new and exciting technologies to the high-tech community.
Of particular interest are MOXA's new Remote
I/O Servers, Industrial
Ethernet Switch family, several new Serial
Device Servers, Embedded
Computers, and a variety of serial-to-serial
and serial-to-fiber media converters.
For
more information about Hannover Messe 2006, please
visit the our website at http://www.moxa.com/Messe.
Moxa's
new Secure Serial Device Servers support SSH and SSL
for secure data communication, and easy network expansion
for cascading, Redundant Ring, and Fiber Connections.
Moxa Secure Serial Device Servers can connect 1-,
2-, 4-, and 16-port RS-232/422/485 devices to the
Internet. The Gigabit Ethernet switch, named EDS-726,
has a convenient modular design that lets you install
up to 2 Gigabit ports and 24 fast Ethernet ports in
the same switch. Choose from three 1-port Gigabit
modules with copper or fiber optic connectors, and
eight 4-port Fast Ethernet modules with copper or
fiber optic (SC/ST) connectors. Features include a
tilted LED display for convenient viewing from any
vertical angle, plug-able Compact Flash for configuration
back-up, and redundant and intelligent network management
capability.
Other
product lines to be exhibited by Moxa at Hannover
Messe 2006 include Secure Serial Device Servers, Industrial
Serial Device Servers, Wireless Serial Device Servers
, Embedded Computers, PCI Express Boards, USB-to-Serial
Hubs, Remote I/O Servers, Media Converters, Industrial
Ethernet Switches, Industrial Video Servers, and Industrial
Wireless AP/Bridge/AP Client. MOXA will use 6 different
vertical market posters to categorize all the product
lines. In addition, a large-sized product application
poster is sure to attract a great deal of attention
during this 5-day trade show. Moxa will also set up
a green area to show Moxa's determination to
develop all Moxa's product lines to green products
in the near future. In addition, new product training
sessions and informative seminars will be conducted
in Hall 2, room Budapest from 9:00am to 17:20pm on
Apr. 25, 2006.
Moxa's
customers come from different vertical markets, including
factory automation, building automation, security
systems, and traffic automation. We encourage you
to stop by MOXA's booth to see the new products that
MOXA is introducing this year. You can find MOXA in
Hall 9, Booth C46,
from April 24 to 28, 2006, in Hannover, Germany. We
look forward to seeing you there. Feel free to contact
us in advance by e-mail at info@moxa.com.tw.
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PROMOTIONS |
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| Introducing EDS-208③ost-Saving Ethernet Switch with Fiber and Rugged Design |
|  MOXA
EDS-208 is an entry-level industrial 8-port Ethernet Switch
with IEEE802.3/802.3u/802.3x technology standards that can
support 10/100BaseT(X) and 100BaseFX (multi mode, SC/ST
connector) connections. EDS-208 is rated to operate at temperatures
ranging from -10 to 60蚓, making it ideal for outdoor
use. Other features include IP30 protection, DIN-Rail mounting
ability, and redundant DC power inputs. This plug-and-play
switch is an easy to use, cost-effective solution for all
harsh industrial applications, such as building automation,
machine builder, and factory automation.
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Click here to see complete information about EDS-208's
features, specifications, datasheet, Ethernet switch tutorial,
and press release.
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